The Weekly Independent: September 21, 2015

Can you believe it? This is the last week of summer. It may feel like fall, but summer officially ends on Wednesday, September 23rd. As the seasons (officially) change, it’s a great time to think about how to best optimize your work for the next few months – we have only 101 days left until 2016!

Take a quick turn through our #IndependentLife roundup below to get caught up on industry news, and then get back to business. Should you have any questions, we’re always here for you.

With just 101 days left until 2016, it’s not too early to start thinking about resolutions. These six tips will get you in shape for fall and beyond.

Misclassification is a serious issue, and risk mitigation is a key benefit for MBO’s enterprise clients. Bloomberg BNA gives a comprehensive look at the “six-factor realties test” to determine how one can tell the difference between employees or independent contractors in light of the Labor Department’s first administrative interpretation in more than a year. While this piece is geared mainly for the employer, it’s a good read for ICs as well.

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